Senior Buyer

Proterial Cable America•Manchester, NH

About The Position

The Senior Buyer is the strategic sourcing owner for all raw materials and components critical to wire and cable manufacturing (copper/aluminum conductors, insulation compounds, jacketing materials, optical fiber, armoring, fillers, tapes, reels, packaging, etc.). This role drives cost reduction, secures supply continuity in volatile commodity markets, and partners closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production to support new product introductions and sustained manufacturing excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
7+ years of progressive procurement/purchasing experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior or lead buyer role
Proven track record of negotiations and documented cost savings
Strong experience with strategic sourcing methodologies
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics preferred)
Must distinguish colors and pass a colorblind test
Finger dexterity and hand/eye coordination for operation of office equipment, including PC
Sitting for periods of time, working at a desk in office environment
Light lifting, carrying of files, supplies, ability to move, carry, lift up to 30 lbs. of objects
Ability to speak and hear customers, vendors, and or other employees via phone or in person
Requires sufficient autonomy, standing and walking to move from one office location to another and throughout the plant

Nice To Haves

Professional certification preferred: CPSM, CPM, CSCP, or CPIM
Deep commodity market knowledge (copper, aluminum, polymers, optical fiber)
Advanced negotiation skills in volatile, index-linked markets
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and cable specifications
Strong cross-functional collaboration with Engineering and Quality teams
Analytical rigor and financial acumen
Comfort working in a fast-paced, plant-floor environment

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing activities for all raw materials and components
Develop and execute category strategies that deliver year-over-year cost reduction, quality improvement, and supply-risk mitigation
Negotiate long-term contracts, pricing, terms & conditions, and master service agreements with suppliers
Conduct supplier evaluations, audits, risk assessments, and performance reviews
Drive dual-sourcing and qualification of critical materials to ensure supply continuity
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Finance, and Legal teams
Manage supplier relationships for strategic and critical suppliers
Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities
Monitor market trends, commodity pricing, and supply-chain risks (geopolitical, raw material shortages, etc.)
Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, REACH, Conflict Minerals, Anti-Bribery)
Prepare and present procurement reports, savings pipelines, and KPIs to senior leadership